Friday, 2nd May 2014
This week’s Shake It Up hero is Matt Cannon. Whether it is committing as a regular giver or getting involved in the Blackmores Running Festival and fundraising for Shake It Up, Matt is passionate about helping Shake It Up change the outcomes for those living with PD. Read about what motivates him to become involved here:
A personal interest – I have friends and friends of friends that have PD.
In two words “Clyde Campbell”. Clyde is a mate of mine so I know how committed he is towards finding a cure for PD. His drive to link Shake it Up (SIU) with the Fox Foundation is evidence of this.
Last year I organised a monthly direct debit contribution to SIU. That way I know I’m continually contributing. Along with fundraising for and participating in the annual Sydney Running Festival, I’m also trying to come up with a fundraising event that can raise some decent funds but also give exposure of SIU to a broader audience. Maybe something that involves the “Guinness Book of Records”.
Having that feel good buzz when you participate in an SIU event and a stranger comes up and thanks you or congratulates you for what you’re doing.
Have a go – grab some friends or make some new ones and join an event.